The Allen & Heath CQ-18T digital mixer stands at the pinnacle of professional audio engineering, offering unparalleled versatility and performance in a sleek, ergonomic package. Engineered to meet the demands of both live sound and studio environments, the CQ-18T features 18 motorized faders and a responsive touchscreen interface that ensure intuitive control over a wide range of channels and effects. Its pristine audio quality, powered by advanced digital processing and premium converters, delivers clarity and depth to every mix. With extensive connectivity options including USB recording, network capability, and MIDI control, the CQ-18T seamlessly integrates into any setup, whether for concerts, broadcasts, or installations. Perfectly balancing innovation with reliability, this mixer empowers audio professionals to achieve exceptional results with confidence and efficiency, setting a new benchmark in digital mixing technology.
• Quick and Complete : Pick Your Mixing Style
• Gain Assistant : Faster Setups
• Feedback Assistant : Say Goodbye to Feedback
• Built-In FX : A New Breed of Effects
• Multi Channel Control : DCAs & Mute Groups
• User Friendly : You’re Always In Control
• I/O : Get Yourself Connected
• AMM : Simplify Speech
• Recording & Playback : Capture the Performance, Wherever You Are
• Integrated Wi-Fi : Leave Your Access Point at Home
Input:
Mic/Line Inputs: Balanced XLR, Balanced XLR/TRS Combi, fully recallable preamp
Phantom Power: +48V (+3V / -2V
Input Sensitivity: -60 to +0dBu
Line Inputs (Combi Sockets): -20dB Pad (Fixed)
Analogue Gain: 0dB to +60dB, 1dB steps
Maximum Input Level: +17dBu (XLR), +30dBu (TRS)
Input Impedance: >1.5kΩ (XLR), >10kΩ (TRS)
THD+N, Unity gain 0dB: 0.002% -92dBu (20Hz-20kHz, USB soundcard, @0dBu 1kHz)
THD+N, Mid gain +30dB: 0.004% -88dBu (20Hz-20kHz, USB soundcard, @-30dBu 1kHz)
Stereo Line Input:
Stereo Line Input Connection: Balanced, 1/4" TRS Jack, Normalled (Left/Mono)
Input Sensitivity Nominal: +4dBu
Trim: +/-24dB
Maximum Input Level: +21dBu
Input Impedance: >10kΩ
Outputs:
Main LR Outputs: Balanced, XLR
Outputs 1-6: Balanced, 1/4" TRS Jack
Output Impedance: <75O
Nominal Output: +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
Maximum Output Level: +22dBu
Residual Output Noise: -88dBu (muted, 20Hz-20kHz)
System:
System: Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0dB gain, 0dBu input
Dynamic Range: 110 dB
Frequency Response: +0/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Headroom: +18dB
Internal operating Level: 0dBu
THD+N, Mic routed to Main L/R Out: +10dBu input, 0dB system gain, 0.003%, -92dB (Relative, 20-20kHz)
dBFS Alignment: +18dBu = 0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)
Meter Calibration: 0dB meter = -18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)
Sampling Rate: 96kHz
Bit Depth: Custom bit depth, up to 96-bit
Latency: <0.7mS, Local Mic Input to Main L/R, with all processing in or out
Operating Temperature Range: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F)
Power: 12V DC, 5A (100-240V AC, 50/60Hz input PSU supplied), 35W max
(1) Allen & Heath CQ-18T Digital Mixer
(1) Power Plug
(1) User Manual
